Obesity in Liver Transplantation: A Risk Factor for Unplanned Reoperation and Prolonged Operative Time.

Selection of orthotopic liver transplantation (OLT) candidates is increasingly inclusive of patients with high BMI. We aim to characterize the influence of obesity on the surgical outcome measures of prolonged operative time and unplanned reoperation. We reviewed the records of obese and normal weight OLT recipients over a 10-year period from a single institution.

Outcomes of Pediatric Pelvic Fractures: A Level I Trauma Center's 20-Year Experience.

Background: Pediatric pelvic fractures are rare. The contribution of pelvic fracture pattern, risk factors for associated injuries, and mortality are poorly defined in this population.

Methods: Patients aged 0-17 with pelvic fractures at a level I trauma center over a 20-y period were reviewed.